CANNABIS

All forms of cannabis have negative physical and mental effects. Several regularly observed physical effects of cannabis are a substantial increase in the heart rate, bloodshot eyes, a dry mouth and throat, and increased appetite.

Use of cannabis may impair or reduce short-term memory and comprehension, alter sense of time, and reduce ability to perform tasks requiring concentration and coordination, such as driving a car. Motivation and cognition may be altered, making the acquisition of new information difficult.

Type	Slang Terms	What does it look like?	How is it used?
Marijuana (Acapulco Gold, Sinsemilla,  Thai Sticks)	Pot, Grass, Weed, Reefer, Joint, Roach, Mary Jane	Dark green or brown leafy material	Smoked or eaten
Tetrahydrocannabinol (Delta-9 THC)	THC	Soft gelatin capsules	Smoked or eaten
Hashish (Hash)	Hash	Greenish-black resinous mass with a bitter taste	Smoked or eaten
Hashish Oil (Hash Oil)	Hash Oil	Concentrated syrupy liquid varying in color from clear to black	Smoked or eaten

COCAINE

Cocaine stimulates the central nervous system. Its immediate effects include dilated pupils and elevated blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and body temperature. Occasional use can cause a stuffy or runny nose, while chronic use can ulcerate the mucous membrane of the nose. Injecting cocaine with contaminated equipment can cause AIDS, hepatitis, and other diseases. Preparation of freebase, which involves the use of volatile solvents, can result in death or injury from fire or explosion.

Crack or freebase rock is extremely addictive, and its effects are felt within 10 seconds. The physical effects include dilated pupils, increased pulse rate, elevated blood pressure, insomnia, loss of appetite, tactile hallucinations, paranoia, and seizure. The use of cocaine can cause death by cardiac arrest or respiratory failure.